Gemma Verde grew from Emma’s passion for Pistacchio Verde di Bronte DOP, the protected-origin pistachio cultivated by her family on Mount Etna’s slopes, 650 metres above sea level. On approximately two hectares of lava soils, she works with her father Lucio’s experience and her brothers’ help. The mineral-rich volcanic ground contributes to the nuts’ distinctive, intense flavour, while chlorophyll gives them their vivid green colour. These pistachios thrive in dry terrain with very little water and are prized for their taste.
The estate’s account traces the pistachio’s history to ancient Persia and its cultivation in Sicily to the Arabs, who developed it on Etna’s slopes. Emma continues this longstanding tradition with products that have reached international markets.
A collaboration with Alberto Gallutto also led to an extra virgin olive oil condiment with Pistacchio Verde di Bronte DOP, bringing together eastern and western Sicily. Careful work and dedication to quality underpin every Gemma Verde product.
Gemma Verde shares the vision of Evoluzione Naturale. Come and discover their stories and products.
Contact details
GEMMA VERDE
Via Aldo Moro, 4
98066 Patti (ME)
Tel.: +39 389 827347
Email: Gemma.verde@outlook.it
IG: @gemmaverde
